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30. For foundations specified to besloped from a horizontal plane, the actual elevation shall
not deviatefrom the calculated differcnces bymore than which of the following where
concrete ringwalls are not provided?
a) t1/8* in any 30" of the circumference and + N2" in the total circumference
measured from the average clevation
b) t1/8*" in any 10' of the circumference and +1¥2 in the total circumference
tl/8" in athy 10' of thecircumference and +1/4" in the total circumference
measured from the average elevation
d) t1/8" inany 30' of the circumference and +1/4" in the total circumference
Reference API-650. Paragraph 5.5.5.3 (b)
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2 D 17 C
3 18
A 19
B 20 C
6 D 21 B
7 A 22 A
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Section 6- Methods of inspecting Joints

1: With regards to radiographic cxamination of welded joints, API-650 considers plates to

design thickness is not
be the same thickness when the difference in their specified or
greater than
a) 1/32 inch
b) 1/16"h inch
c) 3/32"d inch
(4)) 1/8 inch
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 6.1
radiographic examination?
2. Which of the following joints do not require
Bottom-plate welds
6) Shell butt welds
c) Flush-type connections with butt welds
d) Annular-plate butt welds
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 6.1.1
3/8" inch thick, require one spot radiograph
3. Vertical butt welds in plates not greater than thickness by
to be taken in the first of completed vertical joint of each type and
each welder or welding operator.
a) 100 feet
b) 50 feet
c) 25 feet
d) 10feet

Reference: API-650, Paragraph 6.1.2.2(a)

taken in each additional of vertical joint of
4. One additional spot radiograph shall be
the same lype and thickness.
a) 10feet
b) 200 feet
c) 100 fee
d) 81edt

Reference: API-650, Paragraph 6.1.2.2(a)

radiographs must be at junctions of vertical and
5. What percentage of the selected spot
horizontal welded joints?
a) 25 percet 2
b) 50 percent
c) 75 percent
d) 15 percent

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are required to be
3/8* to not over 1" in thickness
6. For butt welded joints in plates oover 3/8" and less. What additional
Tadiographically examined to the same extent as plates
spot examination does API-650 require for these welded joints? t22 l6)
a) 50 percent of all vertical and horizontal junctions
b) 75 percent of all vertical and horizontal junctions
c) 100 percent of all vertical and horizontal junctions
course
d) 25 percent of all horizontal joints between the first and second
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 6.1.2.2(b)
joints shall show at least
7. The radiographic film for all junctions of vertical and horizontal
of weld length on each side of the vertical intersection.
a) 3 inches
b) 2 inches
c) Iinch
d) 4 inches

Reference: API-650, Paragraph 6.1.2.2(b) and (c)

8. The butt weld around the periphery of an insert manhole or nozzle shall be
a) Completely examined by liquid penetrant methods
b) Completely examined by ultrasonic methods
c) Completely examined by magnetic particle methods
K1·2
d) Compietely examined by radiographic methods
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 6.1.2.2(d)

9. After the initial spot radiograph in the first 10 feet of horizontalbutt joint, additional spot
radiographs shallbe taken at what increment?
a) One radiograph shall be taken in each additional 200 feet
b) One radiograph shall be taken ineach additional 100feet
c) One radiograph shall be taken in each additional 300 feet
d) One radiograph shall be taken in each additional 150 feet

Reference: API-650, Paragraph 6.1.2.3

10. What is the minimum weld length that must be clearly shown on cach radiograph?
a) 2 inches
b) 3inches
6 inches
d) 8 inches

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11. Personnel who perform and cvaluate radiographic examinations accordingto API-650
shallbe qualified and certified bythe manufacturer as meeting the requirements as
generally outlined in
a) Level Il or Level III of ASNT SNAT-TC-1B
b) Level llor Level |ll of ASNTSNT-TC-1B
c) Level IIor Level Illof ASNT SNAT-TC-1A
d) Level Ilor Level Ill of ASNT SNT-TC-1A
Reference: API-650, Paragraph 6.1.3.2
12. The acceptance standards for radiographic examinations shall be in accordance with
which of the following?
a) Paragraph UW-51(b) in Section VII of the ASME Code
b) Paragraph PW-S1 (b) in Section I of the ASME Code
c) Paragraph 341.3.2 in B31.3 Process Piping of the ASME Code
d) Paragraph RB-3233 in the National Board Inspection Code (NBIC)

Reference: API-650, Paragraph 6.1.5

13. If asection of weld is shown by a radiograph to be unacceptable under the provisions of
API-650. paragraph 6.1.5 or the radiograph does not define the limits of the deficient
welding, which of the following requirements apply?
a) One additional spot shall be taken and at least 3" of weld shall be represented
b) Two spots adjacent to the section shall be examined by radiography
c) Two spots ten feet from each side of the original radiography shall be examined
d) Two spots, chosen randomly by the purchaser's inspector, shall be examined by
radiography
Reference API-650, Paragraph 6.1.6
14. After an aboveground storage tank is completed, what shall be done with the
radiographs?
a) They shall become the property of the insurance company
b) They shal! become the property of the manufacturer
c) They shall become the property of the purchaser
d) They shall become the property of the API
Reference API-650, Paragraph 6.1.8.2

15.According to API-650, magnetic particle examination shall be pertormed to awritten

procedure. The examiner shall have his/her vision checked and be able to read whichof
the following?
a) The magnetic particle written procedure at adistance not less than 12 inches
b) AJaeger Type 3 standard chart at a distance not less than 12 inches
c) AJaeger Type Istandard chart at a distance not less than 12 inches
d) A Jaeger Type 2 standard chart at a distance not less than 12 inches
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T0.OraSonicexamination shall be performed in accordance with a written procedure.

Examiners shall be qualified and certificd bythe manufacturer as mceting the
requirements of certification as generally outlined in which of the following?
a) Level llor Level lll of ASNTSNAT-TC-1B
b) Levelll or Level ll of ASNT SNT-TC-1B
c) Level llor Level ll of ASNT SNAT-TC-1A
d) Levelll or Level |l of ASNT SNT-TC-1A
Reference API-650, Paragraph 6.3.2 and 6.3.3

17. Liquid penetrant examination shall be performed in accordance with a written procedure.
The examiner shall have his/her vision checked and be able to read which of the
following?
a) The liquid penetrant written procedure at a distancenot less than 12 inches
b) A Jaeger Type 2 standard chart at a distance not less than 12 inches
c) AJaeger Type lstandard chart at adistance not less than 12 inches
d) A Jaeger Type 3standard chart at a distance not less than 12inches
Reference API-650, Paragraph 6.4.2 and 6.4.3 (a)
18. Undercutting of welds attaching nozzles, manholes, cleanout openings, and permanent
attachments shall not exceed which of the following?
a) Undercutting shallnot exceed 1/64th inch
b) Undercutting shall not exceed 3/32nd inch
c) Undercutting shall not exceed 1/32nd inch
d) Undercutting shall not exceed 3/64" inch

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C
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D
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10
11 D
12 A
13 B
14
15
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Section 7- Welding Procedure and Welder Qualifications

welding procedure specification, performing the
I. Who is responsible for preparing the procedure
qualification tests, and preparing the qualification record?
a) The welding opcrator or welder
b) The purchaser's inspector
The purchaser's welding engincer
(d)) The erection manufacturer or the fabrication
erection manufacturer
manufacturer if other than the

Reference API-650, Paragraph 7.2.1.1

listed in API-650
2. The manufacturer has the approval of the purchaser to use a material
number would
but not included in the applicable table of ASME Section IX. What Group
thignqaterial be included in if the minimum tensile strength is specified at 73,000 psi?
a)) This material would be included in Group number 2 4-213(6)
b) This material would be included in Group number 1
c) This material would be included in Group number
d) This material can not be used in AST construction

Reference API-650, Paragraph 7.2. 1.3

3. When impact tests of the heat-affected zone are required, how shall this requirement be
treated?
a) . Heat treated condition of the base metal shall be a non-essential variable
b) Heat treated condition of the base metal shall be an essential variable
lc) )Heat treated condition of the base metal shall be a supplementary essential
variable
d) Heat treated condition of the base metal does not need to be addressed on the
welding procedure specification

Reference API-650, Paragraph 7.2.1.4

4. Ifa protective coating has been applied to weld edge preparations,how is this condition
treated on the welding proccdurc specification?
a) The coating shall be removed and does not affect the weld and theretore doess not
need to be addressed
b))The coating shall be included as an essential variable
Thecoating shall be included as a non-essential variable
d) The coating shall be included as a supplementary essential variable
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$. Materials to be used at a design metaltemperature below the qualification of the

welding procedure for vertical joints shall include impact tests of the weld metal.
)so°F 4:223
x32°F
c) 60°F
d) 0°F

Reference API-650, Paragraph 7.2.2.3

6. Welder qualification tests conducted by one manufacturer shallnot qualify a welder or
welding operator to do work for another manufacturer.
:3 a) True
b) False

Reference API-650, Paragraph 7.3.1

7. Traceability to a welder or welding operator, either by welder'sidentification stamp or
"weld map", is required on all but which of the following?
a) Shell horizontal weld joints
b) Shell vertical weld joints
c) Annular plate butt welds (when annular plates are required)
d) Roof plate welds and flange-to-n0zzle neck welds
Reference API-650, Paragraph 7.4
Answers to API-Standard 650 Section 7, Welding Procedure and Welder
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4 B

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Section 8- Marking
tanks made in accordance with API-650.
I. A nameplate shall identify abovepround storage
Where must this nameplate be located on the completed tank?
adjacent to a manhole or to a
a) This nameplate shall be attached to thetank shell
manhole reinforcing plate immediately tothe right of the manhole
to a vertical weld joint
b) This nameplate shall beattached to the tank shelladjacent
at least 48" above the shell-to-botom weld joint manhole or to a
c)Ahis nameplate shall be attached to the tank shell adjacent to a
manhole reinforcing plate immediately above the manhole
d) This nameplate shall be attached to the tank shelladjacent to a manhole or to a
manhole reinforcing plate immediately below the manhole

Reference API-650, Paragraph 8.1.2

2. The manufacturer of an AST is required to certify to the purchaser that the tank has been
constructed in accordance with API-650. How is this certification accomplished?
a) The manufacturer shall provide the purchaser with a U-1 Data Report fom
The manufacturer shall provide the purchaser with letter
The manufacturer shall provide the purchaser with an ASME acceptable
lo3 *Certificate of Compliance"
d) The manufacturer shallprovide the purchaser with a notarized certificate of
compliance
Reference API-650, Paragraph 8.3

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Appendix A Optional Design Basis for Small Tanks

1. What is the maximum shell thickness including corrosion allowance permitted for lanks
that comply Appendix Aof API-650?
a) 7/8" inch
b) 3/4h inch
c) S/8" inch
d) 1/2 inch

Reference API-650, Paragraph A.2.1

2. What is the maximum tensile strength, before the joint efficiency is applied, permitted in
the design of small tanks in accordance with Appendix Aof API-650?
a) 21000 psi
b) 21500 psi
c) 21000 ksi
d) 21500 ksi

Reference API-650, Paragraph A.3.1

3. When computing the tension in each ring (course) of a small tank designed in accordance
with Appendix Aof API-650, where is this tension computed?
a) The tension shall be computed 12 inches above the centerline of the course in
question
The tensionshall be computed 12 inches above the centerline of the lower
horizontal joint of the course in question
c) The tension shall be computed 12 inches above the centerline of the tank in
question
d) The tension shall be computed 12 inches below the centerline of the upper
horizontal joint of the course in question
Reference API-650, Paragraph A.3.3

4. What joint efficiency factor shall be used in the design of small tanks designed in
accordance with Appendix Aof API-650 when spot radiographicexamination is applied?
a) 1.00
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b) 0.90
0.85
d) 0.70

Reference AP]-650, Paragraph A.3.4

5. What jint efliciency factor shall be used in the design of small tanks designed in
accordance with Appendix Aof API-650 when spot radiographie examination is omitted?
a) 1.00
b) 0.90
0.85
0.70

Reference API-650, Paragraph A.34

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Appendix B Recommendations for Design and Construction of Foundations for Aboveground

Oil Storage Tanks
1. If the owner does not specify an alternative grade slope, the finished tank grade shall be crowned
from its outer periphery to its center at a slope of
The slope shall be one inch in twelve feet
The slope shall be one inch in ten feet
The slope shall be one inch in eight feet 3
d) The slope shall be one inch in six feet
Reference API-650, Paragraph B.3.3
2 The owner decides that an earth foundation will be installed under a new tank installation.
According to API-650 Appendix B, there are specific items that an earth foundation should
accomplish. Of the following, which is not one of those items?
a) Earth foundations should provide a stable plane for support of the tank
b) Earth foundations should limit settlement to values used in the design of the connecting
piping
c) Earth foundations should not settle excessively at the perimneter due to the weight of the
B tank
fo) Earth foundations should reinforced with steel reinforcing bar to prevent sagging
Reference API-650, Paragraph B.4.1.1
3. When does Appendix Bof API-650 recommend the use of a concrete ringwall foundations?
When there is some doubt whether the foundation will be able carry the shell load
directly
b) When there will bean area in the foundation open for passing cathodic protection
equipment through
c) When the tank is located in an area that easily accessible for pouring the concrete
d) When the tank erector decides a concrete foundation will be easier to install

Reference API-650, Paragraph B.4.2.1

4 When a concrete ringwallis designed, what is the minimum thickness permitted?
a) The ringwall shall not be less than 8 inches
The ringwall shall not be less than 10 inches
The ringwall shall not be less than 12 inches
d) The ringwall shall not be less than 14 inches
Reference API-650, Paragraph B.4.2.2

5. How far below the owest adjacent finish grade must the bottonm of the ringwall, it' founded on
soil, be located?
The bottom of the ringwall shall be located Ifoot below grade
The bottom of the ringwallshall be located 1.5 feet below grade
B ) The bottom of the ringwall shallbe located 2.5 feet below grade
The bottom of the ringwallslhall be located 2 feet below grade
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Foundations for Aboveground OilStorage Tanks
Question Number Answer
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D
A

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Appendix C - External Floating Roofs

1. Unless otherwise specified by the purchaser, all deck plates shall have a minimum
nominal thickness of
a) 1/4 inch
b) 1/8 inch
O/16 inch
o 3/32 inch

Reference API-650, Paragraph C.3.3.2

2. What is the minimum slope required for the top decks of double-deck roofs and of
pontoon sections? (33
a) 3/16 inch in 12 inches
b) 3/16 inch in 12 feet
c) 3/16 inch in 10 inches
d) 3/16 inch in 10 feet

Reference API-650, Paragraph C.3.3.4

3. Pontoon type floating roofs shall have sufficient buoyancy to remain afloat on a liquid
with a specific gravity of
a) 1.0
b) .87
c) .85
d) .70
Reference API-650, Paragraph C.3.4.1l
4. What is the minimum size of roof drain required for a pan-type floating roof that is I10
feet in diameter.
NPS 4
NPS 3
c) NPS2
d) NPS 2.5

Reference API-650, Paragraph C.3.8

5. Floating roof support legs and attachments shall be designed to support the roof and a
uniform live load of at least per square foot.
a) 100 pounds
b) 75 pounds
S0 pounds
(d25 pounds
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ventilation.
O. Manholes are required in floating roofs for access to thetank interior and for
What is the minimum nominal diameter of thesc manholes?
a)) 24 inches
20 inches
c) 18 inches
d) 15 inches

Reference API-650, Paragraph C.3.11

7.\1fsteel
theshoes,
scalingwhat
devicematerial
between the outer periphery of the roof and the tank shellemploys
shall these shoes be made of and what is the minimum nominal
thickness permitted?
a) The shoes shall be made from galvanized sheet ASTM A924 with a minimum
thickness of 14 gauge
b) The shoes shall be made from galvanized sheet ASTMA 924 with a minimum
thickness of 16 gauge
c) The shoes shall be made from galvanized sheet ASTM A924 with a minimum
thickness of 18 gauge
d) The shoes shall be made from galvanized sheet ASTM A 924 with a minimum
thickness of 20 gauge
Reference API-650, Paragraph C.3.13
8. Drainpipe and hose systems of primary drains shall be tested with water at a pressure of
a) 0.5 psig
b) 5.0 psig
c) 50 psig
d) 50 ksig
Reference API-650, Paragraph C.4.5
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3
4 B
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Appendix G- StructurallySupported Aluminum Dome Roofs

1. Aluminum dome roofs may be added to an existing tank. Who has the responsibility for
providing reinforcement to enable the tank to support the roof?
a) The fabricator if other than the ercctor
b) The erector if other than the manufacturer
c) The manufacturer
d) The purchaser

Reference API-650, Paragraph G.1.3.2

2. Aluminum dome roof shall be supported only from the rim of the tank. The design of the
connectionshall allow for thermal expansion. What is the minimum temperature range
that must be used for the design?
Altl10°F
120°F
+125°F
d) +130°F

Reference API-650, Paragraph G.1.4.1

3. Aluminuq panels shall be designed in accordance with and Appendix G of API-650.
(a AA ASM-35
bj AA ASM-135
c) AA ASM-53
d) AA ASM-315

Reference API-650, Paragraph G.3.2

4. The internal pressure of tanks with aluminum dome roofs shall not exceed the weight of
the roof. In no case shallthe maximum design pressure exceed
a) 9 psig
b) 9inches of mercury column
c) 0.9 psig
d) 9 inches of water column

Reference AP]-650, Paragraph G.4.3

5. The maximum dome radius shall be times the diameter of the tank. The minimum
dome radius shall be times the diameter of the tank unless other wise specified by the
purchaser.
a) 1.2 and 0.9
b) 1.2 and 0.5
c) 2amdt).7
d) 1.2 and 0.8

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Question Number Answer
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B

3
4 D

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Appendix H - Internal Floating Roofs

1. Internal floating roofs may be designed and built to float and rest in a reasonably flat
position. Arim or skirt shallbe provided around the roof periphery and all columns,
ladders, and other roof openings. How far must this rim cxtend above the liquid?
a) 3inches
b) 6inches
y9inches
d) 12 inches

Reference API-650, Paragraplh H.4.2.I and 4.2.3

2. Internal floating roofs shall be designed to safely support at least

a)) 500 pounds over l square foot tA214
b) 500 pounds over l square inch
c) 500 pounds over Isquare yard
d) 500pounds over Isquare meter

Reference API-650, Paragraph H.4.2.5

What is the minimum required thickness, excluding corrosion allowance, for a steel
intergl floating roof in contact with vapor?
ay The minimum thickness shall be 0.094 inches
b) The minimum thickness slhall be 9 gauge
c) The minimum thickness shall be 0.07 inches
d) The minimum thickness shall be 7 gauge
Reference API-650, Paragraph H.4.4
of local deviation between the
4. A peripheral seal shall be designed to accommodate
floating roof and the shell.
a) +2 inches
b) t3 inches
(+4 inches
d) +5 inches

Reference API-650, Paragraph H.4.5.1

Which of the following is not permitted as a design for internal tloating roots in contact
with the liquid?
a) Double deck
b) Pontoon
Metallic Pan
Metallic onfloats
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Metallic intermal roofs on floats shall be designed to be buoyant enough to support how
much weight?
a) Twice its dead vweight
b Twice the weight of two men
500 pounds per square foot
d Three times its dead weight

Reference API-650, Paragraph H.S.2.2

7. The maximum spacing between cirsulation vents shall be

a) 24 feet
b) 32 feet
c) 28 feet
d) 30 feet

Reference API-650, Paragraph H.6.2.2.1

8 What is the minimum numberof circulation vents that must be located on the shellor
fixed roof above the seal
2ofthe
2 floating roof when the tank is full?
a) 8
b) 4
c) 6
d) 2

Reference API-650, Paragraph H.6.2.2.1

9. How many and what size manholes must be provided ina fixed roof for access to the
tank interior?
a) At least two with a nominal diameter of 24 inches each
b) Atleast three with a nominal diameter of 24 inches each
c) Atleast one with a nominal diameter of 24 inches
d) At least four with a nominal diameter of 24 inclhes each

Reference AP]-650, Paragraph H.6.5.1

10. When specified by the purchaser, inspection hatches shall be located on the fixed roof to
permit visual inspection of the seal regign, What is the maximum spacing between these
hatches?
a) 32 feet
b) 50feet
c), 75eet
d) T0o feet

Reference API-650, Paragraph H.6.5.3

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Answers toAPI-Standard 650 Appendi H- Internal Floating Roofs

Question Number Answer
B
2 A
D
4
D
6 A
7
8 B
C
10 C

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